Discover the art of transforming your everyday braids into stunning hairstyles with our latest tutorial, "Upgrade your Braids." Whether you're a beginner or a braiding enthusiast, this video offers ...

Perfect for formal occasions and casual outings alike, the French braid provides a polished look that never goes out of style ...

Stylish Hair Braiding Inspiration Posted: December 10, 2024 | Last updated: March 6, 2025 Discover creative and elegant hair braiding techniques that add flair to any look. From intricate patterns ...

Hairstyles deeply rooted in tradition are making a confident return – and for African women, it’s more than just a trend.

Braids can also show your cultural identity. Hair braiding has deep roots in West Africa, where styles once reflected a person’s tribe, social status, or marital status. Because braiding could ...

Hidden meanings embedded in survival. During slavery, African American hair braiding styles became a secret language. Enslaved people weren’t allowed to read or write, so they communicated in ...

Ali Rogin reports on the history of braiding in Black culture and speaks ... In Africa, men and women would ravel intricately braided patterns on their heads, laced with gold adornments and ...

Hair braiding is a beauty rite of passage for many people of color, including me. I’ve been wearing braids in my 4A hair since before I can remember, as well as adding extensions to them since ...

The kaleidoscope of colors and textures on display in “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” demonstrates ... by Dede Ayite in rich hues and bold patterns that say as much about the characters ...

Kimberly Burke was just 10 years old when braiding came to her rescue for the first time. "I started braiding my dolls’ hair when I went into foster care," the Freeport native, now 55, recalls.

Box braids, locks, cornrows and twists are just a few of the head-turning styles offered at Guinea Hair Braiding & Lock Installation in Westbury. Salon owner Mariame Diallo named the month-old ...